Things to Do in Gary, IN

  • Our list of the best things to do in Gary, Indiana, features the top 172 nearby activities — including 61 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Gary, IN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Amusement, and Sports & Fitness.
  • The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Gary, IN , followed by 156 popular activities in nearby cities, including Chicago, Valparaiso, Tinley Park, Hammond, Michigan City, Chesterton, Oak Lawn, Portage, Schererville, Merrillville, Munster, Orland Park, Lansing, East Chicago, Oak Forest, Hobart and Michigan City
  • Our list of the best things to do in Gary, Indiana, features the top 172 nearby activities — including 61 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Gary, IN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Amusement, and Sports & Fitness.
  • The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Gary, IN , followed by 156 popular activities in nearby cities, including Chicago, Valparaiso, Tinley Park, Hammond, Michigan City, Chesterton, Oak Lawn, Portage, Schererville, Merrillville, Munster, Orland Park, Lansing, East Chicago, Oak Forest, Hobart and Michigan City
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35.9 Miles
93% 14 votes
Music Venue Northwestern University, 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 MoreLess Info
At Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, visitors can see a wide variety of performances, from live orchestra music to stand up comedy from nationally recognized comedians. The concert hall also hosts student performances from the Northwestern University's school of music.
35.9 Miles
100% 5 votes
National & State Parks 4650 Brummel Street, Skokie, IL 60076 MoreLess Info
Situated on 13 acres, Emily Oaks Nature Center consists of a native savanna habitat for visitors to explore. The center provides educational information about the native wildflowers and trails in the area.
36.0 Miles
94% 214 votes
Colleges & Universities 633 Clark Street, Evanston, IL 60208 MoreLess Info
Inaugurated in 1850, the Northwestern University is not only a research institute but also a place to visit for its old architecture, the gardens surrounding it and Lake Michigan.
36.0 Miles
83% 6 votes
Theaters 600 Emerson, Evanston, IL 60201 MoreLess Info
Located at the Bienen School of Music, Cahn Auditorium features singing, acting, and dancing productions from students at the school for the community to attend. The venue can seat up to 1000 guests.
36.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Bowling 811 Northern Drive, Lockport, IL 60441 MoreLess Info
A 38-lane bowling center, Strike N Spare II offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring and a pro shop. The center provides a banquet room for private events, billiard tables, a gaming area, cosmic bowling and two lounges.
36.0 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 7800 N Kenton Avenue, Skokie, IL 60201 MoreLess Info
Oakton Park is a full-featured neighborhood park featuring swimming pools, sports fields, as well as basketball and tennis courts. The park also has playgrounds, picnic areas, barbecue grills and public restrooms on site.
36.1 Miles
Movie Theaters Woodgrove Festival Mall, 1001 W 75th Street, Woodridge, IL 60517 MoreLess Info
Along with first-run Hollywood movies, the Hollywood Boulevard Cinema features classic movies on a regular basis like a midnight Saturday showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The concession stand even features a full bar.
36.1 Miles
84% 256 votes
Movie Theaters 1715 Maple Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 MoreLess Info
Featuring a combined 18 screens, Evanston Century 12 & Cinearts 6 display first-run Hollywood movies and independent films. The theaters provide stadium seating, arcade games, a lobby cafe and an in-theater bar with adult beverages.
36.2 Miles
55% 162 votes
Bowling 7 Oakbrook Center Mall, Oak Brook, IL 60523 MoreLess Info
Pinstripes is an Oak Brook bistro that features bocce and bowling. Gluten-free cuisine, flatbreads and housemade pastas are among the featured entrees. The facility hosts school field trips that teach children about the games of bowling and bocce too.
36.2 Miles
The Downer's Grove Wine Shop is a full service wine shop that sells different types of wine and beer from around the world. The shop sells gift baskets, gift boxes, wine accessories.
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